Maharashtra's new policy mandates four years of Marathi in schools, official Marathi websites, and promotes arts, conservation, and simpler communications
Chandrapur, one of five constituencies voting in the first phase, holds significance as the kunbi and teli communities wield substantial influence in the region
The tiger safari in Mumbai's Sanjay Gandhi National Park has reopened after five years. The enclosure has been redesigned to resemble the tigers' natural habitat and now covers 20 hectares. The park is also planning to redesign the lion safari and develop a leopard safari. Additionally, the forest department is seeking permission to replace the mini train with a battery train at a cost of ₹40 crore.